S1:E5 – note•ations | 05 sparking creativity through community

In which Kimberly discusses the importance of community for creativity, accountability, and inspiration, and offers a slew of ideas for fostering, creating, and engaging in meaningful, lasting community. [MENTIONS] • Sarah Shotts of Kindle Curiosity, Sarah's Patreon Community • Sparking Creativity Through Community blogpost by Kimberly Taylor-Pestell • Rhea Amyett of Art Stew 52 • Gracie Klumpp, Gracie's Instagram • Inktober hashtag challenge • MarchMeettheMaker hashtag challenge • Cheryl Loh of Quirky Paper Co. • Kacey Schwartz of Mudsplash Studios • Tessa Worley of Fox & Bear Paper Co. • Jackie Sun of Wondershins

In which Kimberly shares what goes into crafting her craft show display, creating an inviting environment that highlights your work, factoring in customer needs and expectations, and tips for fostering lasting relationships with customers. [MENTIONS] • Santa Rosa Handmade Holiday Crafts Fair • San Jose Craft Holiday Market • Power Graphics, eco-friendly fabric sign

In which Kimberly shares her word of the year and how she intends to carry it with her throughout 2020, discusses a scary decision she made this month, and wishes you a most inspiring new year. [MENTIONS] • My Two Big Goals and Word of the Year for 2020 blogpost by Elin Lööw • Enneagram Institute, Type 9: Peacemaker • Receive Kimberly's monthly Paper Trails e-newsletter in your inbox

In which Kimberly chats about transitioning from juggling a full-time job while simultaneously running an art business to being solely self-employed, and the perks and perils of working from home. [MENTIONS] • Cheryl Loh of Quirky Paper Co. • Jackie Sun of Wondershins

In which Kimberly chats about transitioning from juggling a full-time job while simultaneously running an art business to being solely self-employed, and the perks and perils of working from home. [MENTIONS] • Sewciety Studio, now Common Thread Claremont

In which Kimberly offers an explanation as to how Note•ations came to be and what listeners can expect to find within each episode to come.